Structural elements
Foundations, footings, framing, roof structure, retaining walls. Movement, cracking, settlement, and any major structural defects.
AS 4349.1-2007
Pre-Purchase Building Inspection Adelaide
Before you sign, every system on the property gets inspected against the Australian Standard for residential pre-purchase. We pass your enquiry to a local independent Adelaide inspector, and you decide whether to book. If we can't find one for your suburb, we'll let you know.
Standard
AS 4349.1-2007
On site
2 to 3 hours on site
Report
48 hours from inspection to written report
WHAT'S COVERED
A pre-purchase inspection to the standard covers this scope.
To the AS 4349.1-2007 standard. Inspector-specific scopes may extend further, so check the scope in your quote.
Roof, walls, ceilings, floors
External and internal cladding, ceiling integrity, floor levels, weatherproofing, water damage, paintwork over the symptoms.
Wet areas
Bathrooms, kitchens, laundries, wet area waterproofing, plumbing leaks, drainage, gutter and downpipe issues.
Electrical and gas (visible)
Visible wiring condition, switchboard, smoke alarms, gas points. Note: not a full electrical or gas compliance test.
Sub-floor and roof void
Where accessible, sub-floor ventilation, dampness, framing condition. Roof void insulation, signs of water entry, vermin.
Site, drainage, ancillary
Site drainage, retaining walls, paths, driveways, ancillary buildings, fencing condition.
AS 4349.1-2007
Australian Standard for Pre-Purchase Residential Inspections
Defines scope, format, photographic evidence, executive summary, and the limitations every inspector must declare. If a report doesn't reference AS 4349.1, it isn't compliant - that matters if you need to use the report in negotiation, settlement, or dispute.
WHY IT MATTERS
The Adelaide-specific case for this inspection.
Adelaide has a high mix of pre-1970 brick-veneer and stone homes - reactive clay soils mean footing movement is common.
Past renovations and 'cosmetic' fixes hide major issues. Fresh paint over expanding cracks. New floor coverings over damp slabs. We find the underlying issue.
An AS 4349.1 report gives you written, photographic, dated evidence to negotiate the price, request remediation, or rescind in cooling-off.
GET MATCHED
A free quote from a local inspector.
Brief us once and we'll pass it to a local independent inspector. Matching is free.
FAQ
Pre-Purchase Inspection questions Adelaide buyers ask.
How much does a pre-purchase inspection cost in Adelaide?+
Pricing varies by inspector, property type, size, age, and turnaround urgency. We don't set prices - inspectors do. The matching service connects you with three independent inspectors who each quote your specific property. The matching service is free; you pay the inspector you choose directly.
Can I attend the inspection?+
Yes, and we recommend it. Inspectors will walk you through major findings on site so you understand what's in the report before you read it.
What if the inspector finds major defects?+
You have written, photographic evidence to negotiate the price, request remediation, or rescind in cooling-off (SA cooling-off is two clear business days from contract). Inspectors don't make legal recommendations - that's your conveyancer.
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